Filicudi — Porto Filicudi
Porto di Filicudi · Filicudi Island port
38°33.7'N 14°34.9'E
Depth
8–15m
Bottom
sand
Alarm Radius
100m
Holding
Good holding
Recommended Anchor Alarm Radius
100m
100m accounts for deep anchoring (8–12m) and the quick depth-drop in this anchorage. If Maestrale builds above F4, the anchorage is uncomfortable — move to the E or SE side for lee, or depart to Salina.
About This Anchorage
Filicudi is one of the most remote and least-visited of the Aeolian Islands — rugged, volcanic, and largely car-free. The island is 25–30nm from Lipari. The prehistoric 'Capo Graziano' Bronze Age village (2000–1200 BC) on the southern headland is one of the finest prehistoric sites in the Mediterranean. The Grotta del Bue Marino (sea cave) on the north coast is spectacular. Filicudi's relative inaccessibility (long ferry journey, deep-water anchorage, limited facilities) keeps crowds away — for sailors seeking authentic Aeolian character without the VIP scene of Panarea or Lipari, this is the destination.
Protected From
E · SE · S
Exposed To
N · NW · W
Anchoring Rules
- Anchoring fee
- Free
- Maximum stay
- 5 days
- Permit required
- No
- Permit details
- No AMP permit. Standard Italian maritime rules.
Restrictions: No anchoring on Posidonia. Strong currents between Filicudi and Alicudi — give the channel adequate clearance in strong W winds.
Hazards
- !Deep water anchoring: 8–15m depth requires significant chain and an accurately set anchor — the quick drop-off means small errors in position lead to anchoring in 20m+
- !Maestrale from NW: The anchorage is fully exposed to Maestrale — if building above F4, depart to the E (toward Salina) where lee from the island provides shelter
- !Filicudi–Alicudi channel currents: Strong currents run between the two westernmost islands, especially in Maestrale or Libeccio — do not underestimate the passage; allow extra time and engine power
- !Limited facilities and medical: No fuel, no hospital — carry emergency reserves of fuel, water, and medicine; the nearest medical facility is Lipari
Skipper's Tips
- →The prehistoric Capo Graziano village (south headland) is a 45-minute walk from the harbour — the ruins are partly excavated and the view is extraordinary
- →The north coast Grotta del Bue Marino can be explored by dinghy in flat calm — enter slowly and torch is essential; the cave extends 40m into the cliff
- →Filicudi is car-free; rent a scooter or quad from the village for island exploration — the highest point (La Cuna, 774m) is a memorable hike
- →Anchor in the early morning and use the calm afternoon to explore; Maestrale typically builds in the afternoon — better to be settled before 14:00
Facilities
Small trattorie in the village — simple, fresh Aeolian food. Limited provisions. Fuel at Lipari or Salina. Water is limited — fill at Salina.
Nearest provisions: Filicudi village (0.3nm)
Best Months & Season
May, June, September, October
Best May–June and September–October when conditions are calmer and the island's authentic character is most evident. July–August: slightly more visitors but still far fewer than Lipari or Panarea.
Recommended Anchor Types
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